ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client experiencing motor loss as the result of a left-sided stroke. Which of the following clinical manifestations related to motor loss would the nurse document?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A left-sided stroke causes right-sided motor loss, including paralysis and ataxia, due to contralateral brain control.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with cancer who is experiencing a decreased nutritional intake due to painful oral lesions. Which intervention would the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mouth care before and after meals minimizes discomfort and maintains oral hygiene, aiding nutritional intake.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a client diagnosed with heart failure who will soon be discharged home. What should be included in the teaching plan? The client will:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Daily weight monitoring detects fluid retention, critical for heart failure management.
Question 4 of 5
Which physical assessment findings would the nurse anticipate for a client with rapid atrial flutter?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atrial flutter causes rapid atrial rates, leading to palpitations and shortness of breath due to inefficient cardiac output.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client post-operatively following an open (incisional) cholecystectomy. Which would be the priority nursing intervention for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using an incentive spirometer promotes lung expansion, reduces atelectasis risk, and improves oxygenation, which is critical post-operatively.